Rectangular Granny Stitch Placemat - Free Crochet Pattern

Hello Everyone! 😉

Today I'm here to share the Rectangular Granny Stitch Placemat chrochet pattern. If you're looking for a nice gift idea, this placemat might be the one to get your hands on. You can also turn this pattern into a rug, blanket, table runner, etc.

If you prefer to learn by watching, I have video tutorials below. Or scroll down to view the written pattern!

Happy Crocheting! 😊

Video Tutorials:

Part 1 Round 1 - 9

Part 2 Round 10 - 13

Written Pattern:

Size: The placemat measures approximately  30 cm x 23 cm (11.8 inches x 9 inches).

You can adjust the size of the placemat by adding or subtracting rounds and making the foundation row longer or shorter.



Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate

Materials Used:

• Sport weight mercerized cotton yarn, size 2 - fine. I used Madame Tricote Paris Camilla yarn in the colorway 5329 (light green). 47 grams (118 meters approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
• 3.0mm crochet hook.
• Scissors.
• Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st. - stitch
ch - chain
sl st. - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
dc - double crochet

dc2tog (dc2cluster) - 2 double crochet closed together

ch3picot - ch3, insert your hook into base of that ch3, yarn over, pull through all loops on the hook.

()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Instructions:

Foundation row: (ch3, dc2tog into 3rd ch from hook)* repeat 3 times.

Round 1: ch4, 2dc into 4th ch from hook, (ch2, 3dc into same ch st.)* repeat 2 times, ch1,

(3dc, ch1) into each of next 2 ch sts where dc2tog stitches were made,

(3dc, ch2, 3dc, ch2, 3dc) into first ch st. of the foundation row, ch1,

Now we are going to work on the other side of the foundation row.

(3dc, ch1) into each of next 2 ch sts where dc2tog stitches were made.

Join with a sl st. on top of the beginning ch3.

Round 2: sl st. into next 2 dc sts, sl st. into next ch2 corner space, ch3(counts as a dc), (2dc, ch2, 3dc) into that same ch2 corner space, ch1,

(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into next ch2 corner space, ch1,

(3dc, ch1) into each of next ch1 spaces until you reach next ch2 corner space,

(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into that same ch2 corner space, ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) into next ch2 corner space, ch1,

(3dc, ch1) into each of next ch1 spaces until the end of the round,

Join with a sl st. on top of the beginning ch3.

Round 3: sl st. into next 2 dc sts, sl st. into next ch2 corner space, ch3 (counts as a dc), (2dc, ch2, 3dc) into same ch2 corner space, ch1, 

3dc into next ch1 space, ch1, 

(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into next ch2 corner space, ch1,

(3dc, ch1) into each of next ch1 spaces until you reach next ch2 corner space,

(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into that same ch2 corner space, ch1, 

3dc into next ch1 space, ch1, 

(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into next ch2 corner space, ch1,

(3dc, ch1) into each of next ch1 spaces until the end of the round.

Join with a sl st. on top of the beginning ch3.

Round 4: sl st. into next 2 dc sts, sl st. into next ch2 corner space, ch3 (counts as a dc), (2dc, ch2, 3dc) into same ch2 space, ch1,

(3dc, ch1) into each of next ch1 spaces until you reach next ch2 corner space,

(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into that same ch2 corner space, ch1,

(3dc, ch1) into each of next ch1 spaces until you reach next ch2 corner space,

(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into that same ch2 corner space, ch1, 

(3dc, ch1) into each of next ch1 spaces until you reach next ch2 corner space,

(3dc, ch2, 3dc) into that same ch2 corner space, ch1, 

(3dc, ch1) into each of next ch1 spaces until the end of the round.

Join with a sl st. on top of the beginning ch3.

Round 5 - 9: repeat Round 4.

Round 10: ch1, 1hdc into same st., 1hdc into each dc st., 1hdc into each ch1 space, (2hdc, ch1, 2hdc) into each ch2 corner space around.

Join with a sl st. into first hdc.

Round 11: sl st. into next hdc st., 1sc into same st., ch3picot, ch5, skip next 3 hdc sts, 1sc into next ch1 corner space, ch3picot,

(ch5, skip next 3 hdc sts, 1sc into next hdc st., ch3picot)* repeat 9 times,

ch5, skip next 3 hdc sts, 1sc into next ch1 corner space, ch3picot,

(ch5, skip next 3 hdc sts, 1sc into next hdc st., ch3picot)* repeat 12 times,

ch5, skip next 3 hdc sts, 1sc into next ch1 corner space, ch3picot,

(ch5, skip next 3 hdc sts, 1sc into next hdc st., ch3picot)* repeat 9 times,

ch5, skip next 3 hdc sts, 1sc into next ch1 corner space, ch3picot,

(ch5, skip next 3 hdc sts, 1sc into next hdc st., ch3picot)* repeat 11 times.

Join with ch2 + 1dc into first sc to make last ch5.

Round 12: ch1, 1sc into that (ch2 + 1dc) space of the previous round, ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space,

(ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space)* repeat 9 times, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space,

(ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space)* repeat 12 times, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space,

(ch5, 1sc into next ch5 space)* repeat 9 times, ch7, 1sc into next ch5 space,

ch5, (1sc into next ch5 space, ch5)* repeat 10 times.

Join with a sl st. into first sc.

Round 13: (2hdc, 1dc, 2hdc) into next ch5 space, sl st. into next sc st., (2hdc, 5dc, 2hdc) into next ch7 corner space, sl st. into next sc st.,

((2hdc, 1dc, 2hdc) into next ch5 space, sl st. into next sc st.)* repeat 9 times,

(2hdc, 5dc, 2hdc) into next ch7 corner space, sl st. into next sc st.,

((2hdc, 1dc, 2hdc) into next ch5 space, sl st. into next sc st.)* repeat 12 times,

(2hdc, 5dc, 2hdc) into next ch7 corner space, sl st. into next sc st.,

((2hdc, 1dc, 2hdc) into next ch5 space, sl st. into next sc st.)* repeat 9 times,

(2hdc, 5dc, 2hdc) into next ch7 corner space, sl st. into next sc st.,

((2hdc, 1dc, 2hdc) into next ch5 space, sl st. into next sc st.)* repeat 11 times.

Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends.

The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.

Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 

Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!

©2021 KristinesCrochets 

Cherry Blossom Square Motif - Free Crochet Pattern

Hi Everyone! 🙂

I have got a beautiful Cherry Blossom Square Motif crochet pattern for you today.

It's worked up in 6 rounds using sport weight mercerised 100% cotton yarn and a 3,5 mm crochet hook. The square motifs are all joined along the way using the ''join as you go'' method. You can use them for pillow covers, afghans, tablecloths, tops dresses or any other projects, the possibilities are endless.

If you prefer to learn by watching, i have a 2 part video tutorial below. Or, scroll down to view the written pattern!

Hope you enjoy!
Happy Crocheting! 😊

Video Tutorials:

Part 1 How Crochet The Square

Part 2 How To Join The Squares

Written Pattern:

Size: The motif measures approximately 10 cm x 10 cm (4 inches x 4 inches).

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate.

Materials Used:

• Sport weight yarn, size 2 - fine. I used Alize Bahar mercerised 100% cotton yarn in the colorways 143 (powder pink) and 368 (camel). 7 grams ( 18,5 meters approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
• 3.5mm (US size E4) crochet hook.
• Scissors.
• Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st. - stitch

ch - chain

sl st. - slip stitch

sc - single crochet

hdc - half double crochet

dc - double crochet

dc4(5)tog - 4 or 5 double crochet closed together

dc4(5)tog – 4(5) double crochet closed together - (yarn over, insert the hook into indicated ch space, yarn over and draw up a loop. Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on hook)* repeat 3(4) more times. Now you have 5(6) loops on hook. Yarn over and pull through all 5(6) loops.

()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

How To Crochet The Square Motif

Start with ch4. Join with a sl st. into first ch to form a ring.

Round 1: ch1, 8sc into ring. Join with a sl st. into first sc at the beginning of the round.

Round 2: ch1, 1sc into same st., ch3,

(1sc into next sc st., ch3)* repeat 7 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc at the beginning of the round.

Round 3: sl st. into next ch3 space, ch2 (counts as 1dc of dc5tog), dc4tog into same ch3 space - first dc5tog made, ch6,

(dc5tog into next ch3 space, ch6)* repeat 7 times around.

Join with a sl st. on top of dc4tog at the beginning of the round.

Round 4: sl st. into next 2 ch sts of next ch6, ch1, 1sc into same ch6 space, ch4, 1sc into same ch4 space, ch4,

(1sc into next ch6 space, ch4, 1sc into same ch6 space, ch4)* repeat 7 times around.

Join with a sl st. into first sc at the beginning of the round.

Round 5: sl st. into next ch4 space, ch3 (counts as a dc), 3dc into same ch4 space, ch2, 4dc into same ch4 space, 4hdc into next ch4 space, 3sc into next ch4 space, 4hdc into next ch4 space,

((4dc, ch2, 4dc) into next ch4 space, 4hdc into next ch4 space, 3sc into next ch4 space, 4hdc into next ch4 space)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. on top of beginning ch3 (into 3rd ch).

Ch1, cut off the yarn fasten off (skip this step when continuing with the same yarn!).

Join the new yarn to the same st. (to 3rd ch of beginning ch3 of round 5). Or, continue with the same yarn.

Round 6: ch1, 1sc into same st., ch4, skip next 2 sts, 1sc into next st., (1sc, ch6, 1sc) into next ch2 space, 

(1sc into next st., (ch4, skip next 2 sts, 1sc into next st.)* repeat 6 times, (1sc, ch6, 1sc) into next ch2 space)* repeat 3 times around.

1sc into next st., ch4, (skip next 2 sts, 1sc into next st., ch4)* repeat 4 times.

Join with a sl st. into first sc at the beginning of the round.

Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in the ends.

How To Join The Squares (Join As You Go Method)

The square motifs are joined at ch6 and ch4 spaces in the last round.
We are going to join the motifs together while working the last round. 
Start with one completed square motif. 
Work the second square until you finish Round 5. 

Start Round 6: ch1, 1sc into same st., ch4, skip next 2 sts, 1sc into next st., 1sc into next ch2 space, ch3,

Drop the loop of the hook, insert hook from front to back into ch6 space of the first square motif’s final round. Pick up the loop and pull it through the ch6 space.

Ch3,

1sc into that same ch2 space, 

1sc into next st, ch2,

Drop the loop of the hook, insert hook from front to back into next ch4 space of the first motif’s final round. Pick up the loop and pull it through the ch4 space.

Ch2, skip 2 sts, 1sc into next st.

(Ch2. Drop the loop of the hook, insert hook from front to back into next ch4 space of the first motif’s final round. Pick up the loop and pull it through the ch4 space. Ch2, skip 2 sts, 1sc into next st.)* repeat 5 more times.

1sc into next ch2 space, ch3. Drop the loop of the hook, insert hook from front to back into next ch6 space of the first square motif’s final round. Pick up the loop and pull it through the ch6 space. Ch3, 1sc into that same ch2 space. 

Finish the motif you are working on to the end of the round and fasten off.

Shared Corner Join 

This join takes place where motifs 1 and 2 are already joined. Follow the previous steps in the same way until you get to the corner join area. 
Ch3, drop the loop of the hook, insert hook into corner from front to back where motifs 1 and 2 are joined. Pick up a loop and pull it through. 

Ch3, 1sc into same ch2 space.

Finish the motif you are working on to the end of the round and fasten off. 

Continue following the previous steps in the same way until all motifs are joined together. The corner join of 4th motif takes place where motifs 1, 2 and 3 are already joined.

The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.

Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 

Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!

©2021 KristinesCrochets 

Two Color Picot Square Placemat Crochet Pattern

Hi Everyone! 😊

This time I am sharing the Two Color Picot Square Placemat crochet pattern with you. I used two different colors - beige and pink, but you can just keep it all the same color. These can be used individually as placemats or joined together to create tablecloths, blankets, tops, dresses, etc. I also have a matching Square Picot Coaster crochet pattern which is made in one color.

Keep reading for the written pattern and a video tutorial! 

Hope you enjoy! 

Happy crocheting!😊

Video Tutorials:

Part 1 Round 1 - 6

Part 2 Round 7 - 11

Written Pattern:

Size: The placemat measures approx. 25 cm x 25 cm (9.8 inches x 9.8 inches).

Skill Level: Easy to Intermediate.

Materials Used:

•  DK / Worsted yarn, size 3 / 4 - light / medium. I used Drops Cotton Light 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester yarn in the colorways 21 (light beige) and 05 (light pink). 50 grams (105 metres approx.) of yarn needed for this pattern.
• 4mm ( US size G-6) crochet hook.
• Scissors.
• Yarn needle or Latch hook for weaving in ends. Or, you can use a crochet hook.

Abbreviations (US terms):

st. - stitch
ch - chain
sl st. - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
dc - double crochet

3hdc puff (hdc3tog) - 3 half double crochet closed together - (Yarn over, insert your hook into indicated stitch, yarn over, pull the yarn through the stitch)* repeat 3 times. Now you should have 7 loops on hook. Yarn over and pull the yarn through all 7 loops.  
ch3(4)picot - ch3 or ch4, insert your hook into the center of the base stitch (or, insert the hook into first ch made), yarn over, pull through all loops on the hook.

()* - repeat the instructions between the brackets the number of times indicated.

Instructions:

Start with the beige yarn.

Ch4, sl st. into first ch to form a ring.

Round 1: ch3 (counts as a dc), 2dc into ring, ch2,

(3dc into ring, ch2)* repeat 3 times.

Join with a sl st. on top of ch3 at the beginning of the round.

Round 2: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into next 2 dc sts, 2dc into next corner ch2 space, ch2, 2dc into that same corner ch2 space,

(1dc into next 3 dc sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) into next corner ch2 space)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. on top of ch3 at the beginning of the round. Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off.

Join the pink yarn to first dc st. after corner ch2 of Round 2.

Round 3: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into next 6 dc sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) into next corner ch2 space,

(1dc into next 7 dc sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) into next corner ch2 space)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. on top of ch3 at the beginning of the round.

Round 4: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into next 8 dc sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) into next corner ch2 space,

(1dc into next 11 dc sts, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) into next corner ch2 space)* repeat 3 times around.

1dc into next 2 dc sts, sl st. on top of ch3 at the beginning of the round. Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off.

Join the beige yarn to first dc st. after corner ch2 of Round 4.

Round 5: ch3 (counts as a dc), ch1, (skip next dc st., 1dc into next dc st., ch1)* repeat 7 times,(1dc, ch2, 1dc) into next corner ch2 space, ch1,

(1dc into next dc st., ch1, (skip next dc st., 1dc into next dc st., ch1)* repeat 7 times, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) into next corner ch2 space, ch1)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch at the beginning of the round.

Round 6: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into each ch1 space, 1dc into each dc st., (2dc, ch2, 2dc) into each corner ch2 space.

Join with a sl st. on top of ch3 at the beginning of the round. Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off.

Join the pink yarn to first dc st. after corner ch2 of Round 6.

Round 7: ch3 (counts as a dc), ch1, (skip next dc st., 1dc into next dc st., ch1)* repeat 11 times, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) into next corner ch2 space, ch1, 

(1dc into next dc st., ch1, (skip next dc st., 1dc into next dc st., ch1)* repeat 11 times, (1dc, ch2, 1dc) into next corner ch2 space, ch1)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. into 3rd ch at the beginning of the round.

Round 8: ch3 (counts as a dc), 1dc into each ch1 space, 1dc into each dc st., (2dc, ch2, 2dc) into each corner ch2 space.

Join with a sl st. on top of ch3 at the beginning of the round. Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off.

Join the beige yarn to secon dc st. after corner ch2 of Round 8.

Round 9: ch1, 3hdc puff into same dc st., ch1, (skip next dc st., 3hdc puff into next dc st., ch1)* repeat 14 times, (3hdc puff, ch3, 3hdc puff) into next corner ch2 space, ch1,

(skip next dc st., 3hdc puff into next dc st., ch1)* repeat 15 times, (3hdc puff, ch3, 3hdc puff) into next corner ch2 space, ch1)* repeat 3 times around.

Join with a sl st. on top of first 3hdc puff at the beginning of the round.

Round 10: sl st. into next ch1 space, (3hdc puff ch1) into each ch1 space, (3hdc puff, ch4, 3hdc puff) into each corner ch3 space.

Join with a sl st. on top of first 3hdc puff at the beginning of the round.

Round 11: sl st. into next ch1 space, ch1, (1sc, ch3picot, 1sc) into that same ch1 space. (1sc, ch3picot, 1sc) into each ch1 space, (1sc, ch3picot, 2sc, ch4picot, 2sc, ch3picot, 1sc) into each corner ch4 space.

Join with a sl st. into first sc at the beginning of the round. Ch1, cut off the yarn, fasten off and weave in all ends.

The patterns on this website are my original designs created by me.

Please do not copy, rework, distribute, republish or sell my patterns and photos. 

Do not create video tutorials free or paid.

Thank you!

©2021 KristinesCrochets